The cast of MadMen and its retro wardrobes captivated the fashion industry since the show debuted and the classic trends don't appear to be pumping the brakes anytime soon. It's a hot Halloween costume idea again and there were a handful of fall shows created in the same era such as Pan Am and The Playboy Club even though it tanked. Not to mention, there's an entire Banana Republic MadMen clothing line.
If you watch, you'll notice Peggy, Joan and Betty's lives seem to be falling apart at times, and yet they're always put together. Dressed to the nines whether they're baking, puffing on a cig, or preparing a stiff cocktail for guys in the office. It shows stereotypes, sexual harassment, smoking, and real life situations of women in the 60's, but the acting is great and the wardrobes alone are too stunning not to watch. They inspired me to create my own MadMen look in my favorite fall color, RED.
I found this dress at one of my favorite boutiques in San Francisco called Belle Cose. When I saw this dress in the window, I instantly thought of MadMen. My friend and I took these pics in an area that has creeped me out since I was a kid full of old cars and an abandoned house.
If you watch, you'll notice Peggy, Joan and Betty's lives seem to be falling apart at times, and yet they're always put together. Dressed to the nines whether they're baking, puffing on a cig, or preparing a stiff cocktail for guys in the office. It shows stereotypes, sexual harassment, smoking, and real life situations of women in the 60's, but the acting is great and the wardrobes alone are too stunning not to watch. They inspired me to create my own MadMen look in my favorite fall color, RED.
I found this dress at one of my favorite boutiques in San Francisco called Belle Cose. When I saw this dress in the window, I instantly thought of MadMen. My friend and I took these pics in an area that has creeped me out since I was a kid full of old cars and an abandoned house.
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| Dress- BB Dakota, Heels -Steve Madden Luxe, Car- Super Old Chevorlet No retro look would be complete without Jackie O inspired shades
When wearing this 60's silhouette style dress, it's better to have the belt a little loose.
It's more comfortable and actually more flattering
Leopard is one of my favorite fall trends, but I wanted a retro style heel
I decided to wear my $10 fake engagement ring.
It seemed appropriate for my 60's housewife look. ;)
There are decaying cars everywhere and
an old haunted shack at the edge of a vineyard that used to be a house for workers.
SAW IX ? I don't recommend standing in heels on the hood of a car that's
been rusting for decades with shattered glass all over it. :)
This era was all about pencil skirts and curve enhancing dresses for women. The star, Don Draper, and the other men from the show are quite dapper. Brooks Brothers custom-made suits and skinny ties were the classic look for men in the show. For detailed tips how to get the look from each character, click here.
Are you a fan of retro styles and "Mad Men?"
Happy Halloween and have fun in whatever costume you wear!
xoDale
I also have a little announcement to my readers in California. If you want to spice up your wardrobe or create a photoshoot in a setting you love for engagement photos, senior pics, etc. my team and I are available. :)
Feel free to contact me or check out my list of services here
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these photos on the haunted wood, rusted car,are excellent! those shoes are breathtaking.
ReplyDeleteYou look gorgeous in that red dress and I love how you paired animal print shoes with it...just lovely!
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You look amazing in that dress and I love the props. I was wondering how you managed to stand on the hood of that rusty car with your heels on. I am so clumsy lol Also, Loved reading about Mad Men. It's interesting because 60s is known for the women's liberation movement. Very interesting decade.
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great pics.. way to over come your childhood fears girl.. lol
ReplyDeletegreat dress.. red is always amazing :)
I am definitely a fan of retro styles. I always like incorporating vintage pieces in my outfits. Although I don't watch Mad Men, I still appreciate the fab clothes. That red dress is a steal and I love the location. It's perfect for Halloween! :D
ReplyDeleteI haven't decided what to dress as yet for Halloween, but I'm leaning towards Grecian Goddess.
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That dress is incredibly cute and shoes too! Love your choice of location to shoot your photos!
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umm your pictures are serious so amazing. i love the rugged car in the back so cute.
ReplyDeleteand I love that color and style dress.
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These pictures are amazing, they look like a magazine editorial!! Love the leopard heels with the red dress. I watch Pan Am and the ladies are always well dressed, I enjoy the fashion on these types of shows!!
ReplyDeleteStunning pictures! You look beautiful! Love those shoes too!
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These photos are absolutely fantastic. You really captured the Mad Men style!
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These photos are unbelivable! You look gorgeous and I especially love the abandoned car and how you used it as your prop!
ReplyDeletewhat a fantastic photoshoot!! you look stunning and i love those shoes!! xo
ReplyDeleteI never got into MadMen, I don't know why...I am deff missing out on some great fashion. You look gorgeous! The photos are gorgeous. Love the sunglasses. Love everything!
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the dress and heels look nice on you, but what are you doing on top of a car? ;)
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That shoot is so fun - nicely done!
ReplyDeleteBetween Mad Men and How I Met Your Mother, the thought of 'Suiting Up' is more common for men.
ReplyDeleteAnd I love it. I look damn good in a suit, and now it's a little more acceptable.
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ReplyDeleteGo Dale! I love Mad Men! Your dress is awesome. Love you standing on that old car. Ah-mazing!!! You rule girl and know how to have fun!!! I love retro everything. I feel I should've been born at a different time. HAHAHA Have an awesome weekend pretty lady. :D
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I love that dress and I LOVE those shoes!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous! Gorgeous! Gorgeous! That red dress looks amazing on you and the animal print shoes look great.
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You look spectacular....
ReplyDeleteI cannot imagine the sight of getting ON the car...
These photos are amazing. They look like they belong in an Ad or TV! Where did you find such a neat-O car to pose on ;) I love your vibrant red dress and heels - so chic and glam! Great post! Thanks for sharing.
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Super FAB as always Dale. I haven't watched the show but now I'm tempted =)
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i love the dress, its gorgeous <3 nice pictures!
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i really like retro styles and i think this red dress is fab on you. and what a great place for a photoshoot!
ReplyDeletewow the outfit is awesome, you look stunning! and i LOVE the location of the photos!!!!
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Great photos, and I super love the heels!
ReplyDeleteyou wear this look very very well!! I LOVE IT!! and this post is SO editorial!! can you be any more of a vixen in that red number and hotty mc hot hot leopard heels?! gorgeous!
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That's no Chevrolet, Ms. Spice. That's a Lincoln Continental. Probably made in 1965.
ReplyDeleteSimply stunning in that red dress, Dale! I love it! Love the look, and those photos are just beautiful! Your photographs are so artistic :)
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Love the red dress and your retro look - stunning! :) I still need to take the time and watch Mad Men. :)
ReplyDeleteI've not seen mad men but these clothes are stunning! I'm already following you by the way, I clicked to follow and it said I have already signed in :).
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This is a very beautiful dress! chic :)
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Love the dress! You look red hot!!
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These photos look awesome! You have great style that I really admire how you put things together. You channeled the Mad Men show perfectly.
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Looks like you two had a blast! Love the bold red. Happy weekend to you! xoxo
ReplyDeletered + leopard = LOVE!!
ReplyDeletethe dress and the shoes are lovely :))
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I love that dress, and the background is so cool! I'm totally following you, this blog is great :) have a great week, beautiful! xoxo
ReplyDelete@Thanks for all the compliments and I needed help getting on the car and tested it first to make sure my foot wouldn't fall through the hood
ReplyDelete@Rider, Oops, You're right! It is a Lincoln Continental. I guess I should stick to clothes, not cars hehe
@Heel In Mint - I totally agree it was such an interesting decade
I really love the silhouette of that era. I wish I had dressed customized to fit me perfectly!
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Love that era, love the fashions, love your dress, and LOVE LOVE LOVE these pretty photos!!
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great post! love your Mad Men look!
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Massive Mad Men fan!! I like to think I dress like that all the time - unfortunately it's not as much as I'd like! Those are killer shoes! xx
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WOW gorgeous photoshoot! Love the dress, love the shoes (OMGoodness) and am enthralled by the juxtaposition of the old car that you're standing on! I bet you WERE creeped out! Looks like it may have been eerily spooky being a couple of girls out there! Very appropriate for Halloween! ;) xoxo
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Fab heels! And I love the setting.
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ReplyDeletesuch a cool place to take pics! love the dress! red hot
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I'm in LOVE with this dress! Gorgeous!!
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Ahhhhhh! I love this SO much! It's so perfectly retro! The red is absolutely stunning on you. And your shoes are beyond gorgeous! This is quite possibly the coolest location for a photo shoot! I'm pretty jealous over here. :)
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Lincolns were luxury cars in the 60's, Ms. Spice. But you made that rusted-out, old wreck look better in 2011 than it ever looked in '65.
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